HousingAugust 20, 2026
VA Home Loan Benefits Most Veterans Don’t Know About
No down payment. No private mortgage insurance. Competitive interest rates. The VA home loan benefit is one of the most valuable perks of military ser…
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Benefits UpdateJuly 13, 2026
What Is VA Math? How Combined Disability Ratings Actually Work
If you have multiple VA disabilities, your combined rating is probably not what you expect. The VA uses a formula called “VA math” — and it almost alw…
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Benefits UpdateJuly 9, 2026
How to Increase Your VA Disability Rating in 2026
Thousands of veterans are underrated every year — not because they don’t qualify, but because the system is complicated. Here’s how VA disability rati…
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EducationJuly 3, 2026
GI Bill vs. VR&E: Which VA Education Benefit Is Right for You?
The GI Bill and VA Vocational Rehabilitation (VR&E) both help veterans pay for education — but they work very differently. One might pay you thousands…
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Veterans NewsJune 24, 2026
We CARE Vet Fair Connects Georgia Veterans with Valuable Resources and Support
The We CARE Vet Fair in Georgia brought together veteran organizations, healthcare providers, and community partners to connect veterans with importan…
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Benefits UpdateJune 24, 2026
How Students Can Explore Research Opportunities Through VA Programs
VA research programs provide students, residents, and early-career clinicians with opportunities to participate in innovative healthcare research that…
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Veterans NewsJune 18, 2026
City of Chillicothe Recognizes Federal EHR Day Following Major Healthcare Technology Milestone
The City of Chillicothe has officially proclaimed June 16, 2026, as Federal EHR Day, recognizing a major milestone in the modernization of veteran hea…
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Veterans NewsJune 18, 2026
Addressing Homelessness Among Aging Veterans: Growing Challenges and New Solutions
As the veteran population ages, homelessness among older veterans presents unique challenges that require specialized housing, healthcare, and support…
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June 18, 2026
How AI-Powered Tools Are Making Veteran Support Smarter on Veterans Alliance
Veterans Alliance uses AI-powered tools to help veterans better understand benefits, healthcare, disability claims, housing programs, and other import…
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Benefits UpdateJune 18, 2026
How AI Joe Helps Veterans Get Answers Faster and Navigate Benefits with Confidence
As the veteran population ages, homelessness among older veterans presents unique challenges that require specialized housing, healthcare, and support…
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Benefits UpdateJune 16, 2026
Protecting Your VA Health Data: Simple Steps Every Veteran Should Know
Veterans can help protect their personal health information by using strong passwords, secure logins, and safe online habits when accessing VA service…
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Benefits UpdateJune 16, 2026
Veterans Bring a Unique Advantage to Business and Entrepreneurship
Veterans possess leadership, adaptability, discipline, and problem-solving skills that make them valuable business owners, entrepreneurs, and employee…
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Benefits UpdateJune 11, 2026
Why Veterans Should Take Advantage of Online Social Security Services
Online Social Security services help veterans manage benefits, documents, retirement planning, and account information anytime from virtually anywhere…
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HealthcareJune 11, 2026
VA Accelerates Prosthetic Limb Delivery to Improve Veteran Care
The VA has streamlined its prosthetic purchasing process, reducing wait times and helping veterans receive prosthetic limbs faster than before.
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Benefits UpdateJune 1, 2026
How Mental Healthcare Contributes to Veteran Wellbeing and Long-Term Recovery
Mental healthcare continues playing a critical role in helping veterans improve emotional wellness, resilience, recovery, and overall quality of life.
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HealthcareJune 1, 2026
Make Today Your Day 1: VA Encourages Veterans to Quit Tobacco for Better Health
The VA continues encouraging veterans to take the first step toward quitting tobacco with counseling, medications, quitlines, and long-term support re…
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Benefits UpdateMay 27, 2026
Meet AI Joe: The AI-Powered Veteran Specialist Available Anytime
AI Joe helps veterans get fast answers to questions about benefits, disability claims, healthcare, education, and housing support.
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HousingMay 27, 2026
2026 BAH Calculator Helps Veterans Estimate Housing Allowance More Easily
The Veterans Alliance BAH Calculator helps veterans and service members estimate housing allowance based on ZIP code, pay grade, and dependency status…
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HousingMay 27, 2026
You Could Be Losing Thousands on Your Home Loan Without Realizing It
Many veterans may unknowingly lose money on home loans due to higher rates, missed VA loan benefits, or lack of financial awareness.
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HealthcareMay 27, 2026
Federal EHR Updates Expected to Improve Veteran Healthcare Access and Coordination
The VA continues expanding its Federal Electronic Health Record system to improve care coordination, medical access, and healthcare efficiency for vet…
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Veterans NewsMay 20, 2026
Spiritual Care Programs Continue Supporting Homeless Veterans Beyond Housing
Spiritual care programs are helping support homeless and formerly unhoused veterans by focusing on emotional wellbeing, connection, and long-term reco…
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